Melissa Gilliam, MD, MPH

Professor of Obstetrics/Gynecology and Pediatrics

Chief, Family Planning

Associate Dean for Diversity, Division of the Biological Sciences

An expert in pediatric and adolescent gynecology, Dr. Melissa Gilliam helps children, teens and women age 25 and younger who have complex gynecologic problems or need routine care. Dr. Gilliam specializes in managing common problems such as bleeding, painful periods, breasts cysts and abnormal pap smears and complex problems requiring pelvic surgery. She has expertise in providing preventive care and providing contraception to adolescents with other medical problems. Dr. Gilliam focuses on providing a youth-friendly atmosphere for girls and young women. She works closely with other specialists across the University.

An active researcher, Dr. Gilliam's research focuses on contraception, family planning, youth development, and sexually transmitted infections. Specifically, she focuses on contraceptive use among teens and women who are at risk for unintended pregnancy.

Practice Locations

Year Started Practice

1999

Board Certification

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Medical School

Harvard Medical School

Internship

The University of Chicago Medicine

Residency and Fellowship

Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago

Memberships

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
American Medical Association
Association of Reproductive Health Professionals
American Public Health Association
North American Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology
Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine
Society of Family Planning

Dr. Gilliam was named one of the top doctors in the city by Chicago magazine. Read her profile to learn why she's passionate about family planning and how she's addressing the economic issues related to teen pregnancies.

Dr. Gilliam's work on teen pregnancy prevention was featured in Chicago magazine. Read the story.

Dr. Gilliam talks about taking a multidisciplinary approach to family planning and reproductive health at TEDx UChicago, an event designed to spark conversation and connection in the community. Watch the video.